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Delhi, India, North

Sunder Nursery, an oasis in the midst of Delhi

When I lived in Delhi, Sunder Nursery was in ruins. It was restored and brought back to glory recently and […]

November 16, 2023 By maverickbird
Europe, Outside India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, Trip Photos

8 attractions to visit in Europe with Kids

Europe is a continent that seamlessly combines history, culture, and enchantment, making it an ideal destination for families with kids. […]

October 12, 2023
India, Kashmir, North, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips, Trip Photos

Kashmir Greater Lakes Trek itinerary: Tosamaidan-Yusmarg Circuit

Here is the itinerary of my Kashmir Greater Lakes Trek: Tosamaidan-Yusmarg Circuit. Tosamaidan, also known as the Forbidden Meadow, is […]

September 7, 2023
India, Kashmir, North, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

The beautiful Chanze meadow, Greater Lakes Trek Day 4

The next day started on a gloomy note. It was cloudy and rainy, and the visibility was very poor. However, […]

September 4, 2023
India, Kashmir, North, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Bandersar and onwards, Greater Lakes Trek Day 3

Bandersar is supposedly one of the most beautiful lakes in Kashmir. Just like many other Kashmiri places, the name of […]

September 4, 2023
India, Kashmir, North

Introducing Tosamaidan, the starting point of the Greater Lakes trek

My Greater Lakes trek did not have a ´shubh arambh`: a good beginning. I fell asleep at Tosamaidan 2 hours […]

September 3, 2023
Delhi, India, North, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

An afternoon at Safdarjung Tomb

Safdarjung Tomb is grandiose. Although it does not have the massive proportions of the more famous Humayun´s Tomb, it is […]

August 16, 2023
India, Travel Extras, Travel Guides, Travel Tips

A Comprehensive Guide to Obtaining an Indian eVisa for the Upcoming Cricket World Cup

The world of cricket is gearing up for one of the most anticipated events of the decade – the Cricket […]

August 2, 2023
Delhi, India, North, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Photos

Our wonderful Delhi stay: a photo essay

Momo smiled, breathed in rain-misted air, and said dreamily, “Mmm…I love Delhi. I can stay here forever.“ I looked at […]

July 15, 2023
India, India, Photo Essays, Travel Extras, Trip Itineraries, Trip Photos

India trip in a nutshell

This year in February, I went on an India trip with my friend and my 6-year-old son. It was the […]

July 11, 2023
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